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To get a copy of the show transcript, visit: www.unpackingdesign.com/podcast/2-7--How do we identify burnout and avoid experiencing it ourselves?One of the fears that many designers share is reaching a point in their career where they completely burn out.But the fear isn’t burning out, it’s the time it takes to recover from it. Some designers take months or years. Others will switch careers completely.In this episode, Mike discusses the importance of understanding what burnout in the battle against it, how to overcome burnout, and how to prevent it from happening again to you in the future.--Episode Mini-Lessons:No one starts at burnout.Burnout is treatable and can be overcome, but it isn't easy.Burnout targets well-meaning, high-performing creatives.Put on your oxygen mask first. Take care of yourself first so you can adequately take care of others.Burnout can happen again.Learn more about Mike’s lesson to his younger self, burnout is real, in this episode of Unpacking Design.—Thank you for listening to Unpacking Design!To share your thoughts and make suggestions, keep the conversation going on instagram with Mike (@archivalley) and Tim (@tim_ung)Please consider leaving an honest rating and review on iTunes and anywhere else that you listen to podcasts. They help us get the show in front of more awesome listeners like you!Subscribe to our podcast on iTunes to make sure you stay up to date on each new show!